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Literary Travel: An Interactive Map to Read the World

Literary Travel: An Interactive Map to Read the World

by Keilah Keiser | Apr 29, 2019 | Articles, Writing Inspiration

Literature has long inspired people to travel. There’s been a fascination with globetrotters and seafarers for ages, especially during a time when travel was not as easy or accessible as it is now. Those who went before us documented their experiences, which served as...
The Individualized Process of Writing A Book

The Individualized Process of Writing A Book

by Gloria J. Yorke | Mar 5, 2019 | Articles, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process

As one commits in their mind to do the daunting task of writing a book, they must first be honest with themselves regarding the reason for doing so. Is it fame and fortune…or the desire to share a lifetime of knowledge…or just something to give to family and friends?...
The Art of the Process

The Art of the Process

by D.B. Moffatt | Nov 17, 2018 | Articles, Resources for Writers, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process

Let me start off by saying this is one of the most challenging pieces of writing I have ever attempted. That is for two reasons. The first is The City Book Review itself. City’s reputation in our industry is unsurpassed. The second is that it gave me pause to...
How to Prime the Pump

How to Prime the Pump

by Jane Yolen | Jul 1, 2018 | Articles, Writer to Writer, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process

I tell my writing students that the magic word is BIC: Butt in Chair. Or, for those who faint at the thought of using the B-word, try: bottom, backside, behind, or buhunkus. Then get off your fainting couch and get to work. Of course, just staring at the piece of...
Kidnapped By a Muse

Kidnapped By a Muse

by editor | Jun 17, 2016 | Articles, Guest Contributors, Writing Inspiration, Writing Process

By Jennifer Dwight The first time I sat down to make notes about the book that had been churning inside me, it was to be quick and casual. Maybe 45 minutes, I thought. I was still in my nightgown and robe, barefoot – an unsuspecting target. I wrote “Whatever It Takes”...

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